{"product_id":"tough-pro-pla-glow-in-the-dark-1-75mm","title":"Tough Pro PLA+, Glow In The Dark, 1.75mm","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTough Pro PLA+, Glow In The Dark, 1.75mm is engineered for 3D printing projects that demand both durability and reliability—without sacrificing the smooth, easy printing you expect from PLA+. This Glow In The Dark variant combines aggressive toughness with practical post-processing options to help you push design boundaries and performance further, even in low-light environments.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch2\u003eWhy Tough Pro PLA+ stands out\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eExceptional toughness and heat resistance.\u003c\/strong\u003e Built on third‑generation material engineering, Tough Pro PLA+ delivers higher impact strength than standard PLA+ and surpasses the needs of demanding parts that endure daily wear and occasional heat exposure. It’s designed to rival ABS for heat resistance while maintaining the printability of PLA.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGlow‑in‑the‑dark visibility.\u003c\/strong\u003e The Glow In The Dark variant adds a practical, energy‑efficient way to identify parts, align assemblies in dim spaces, or add safety markers to prototypes and functional prints.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEco‑conscious, USA‑made material.\u003c\/strong\u003e Filament made from genuine NatureWorks 3D870 Ingeo PLA, produced in the United States with a sustainably sourced bio-plastic profile for a responsible choice in every spool.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProven mechanical performance.\u003c\/strong\u003e In standardized testing, Tough Pro PLA+ demonstrated up to 8.8x the impact toughness of typical PLA+ parts, delivering resilience in assemblies, jigs, and functional prototypes.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAnnealing for peak performance.\u003c\/strong\u003e You can anneal Tough Pro PLA+ parts after printing to further boost heat resistance and impact toughness, expanding the range of environments where your prints can perform.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e \u003ch3\u003eIndustrial‑grade stability you can trust\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e3D‑Fuel manufactures all Tough Pro PLA+ filament in the United States with tight quality controls. The diameter tolerance is ±0.02 mm, and production uses a multi‑axis laser measurement system to monitor filament diameter and ovality in real time, ensuring consistent feeding and print results across every spool.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch3\u003ePrintability and post‑processing\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRecommended printing conditions.\u003c\/strong\u003e 220–250°C printing temperature; 0–60°C bed temperature. Suitable for PEI, heated glass, BuildTak, and other common bed surfaces. 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